Division of Student Affairs

The mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to design and implement initiatives, programs, activities and services that will engage the entire campus community to help students attain their educational, personal and career goals in a diverse, nurturing and safe campus environment. The Division is comprised of 15 departments, 300 full time staff, 20 graduate assistants, and over 200 student employees.  Student Affairs is the beating heart of student life on campus. Temple encourages students to take full advantage of all that the division has to offer.

Student Affairs

The Parent Guide to Temple University will showcase the departments within the Division of Student Affairs and what they have to offer students and parents.

Office of the Dean of Students

Dean of Students
Howard Gittis Student Center, Suite 304
(215) 204-7188

The Dean of Students serves as an advocate for all students. In addition to fostering responsibility and the development of students, the Office of the Dean of Students advocates for student issues, needs and  concerns; responds to emergency and crisis situations affecting students; and represents the University to various constituencies. The Dean of Students’ Office includes the Dean ofStudents/Associate Vice-President for Student Affairs and two Associate Deans.